Garand Accessories?

[Matlack]

So what Garand accessories do you have or want?

What do you think is absolutely necessary?

Do you only want original GI or do you like reproduction?

I think this is an interesting topic that I didnt see posted before. So have at it, Im curious what everyone thinks?

 

[ken792]

Turner sling and M1923 cartridge belt. I got a repro belt from At The Front so I can actually use it. They're real good quality.

 

[echo6mike]

I have a cleaning kit, all GI from Bill Ricca, and a cotton sling that's not GI but is US-made - it just doesn't seem right to be buying imported knock-offs for a classic all-American like the M1.

Oh, and the bayonet. I guess that's an accessory, I just got it, it's an original GI issue (Utica).

So for me, I want everything to be GI or, at least, US-made to spec (the sling), but I don't insist on everything being period correct. I mean, my receiver is late WW2 production, but I don't need every part and accessory to match what a Marine would have carried as issued - I want to show the rifle's history, and keep it a shooter at the same time.

Collectors or reenactors may differ, I'm just a rifleman. Not a great one, but I try...

 

[-Z/28-]

M1907 sling
and learn how to properly use it to stabilize yourself

 

[Threeband]

I like the web slings. CMP has the best price.

I also like to keep a combination tool in the butt trap.

I keep a 3/16" Allen wrench in my Garand shooting kit, because it won't fit in the butt trap. Twice I've had front sights loosen on me, and 3/16 is the hex wrench needed.

I like the Dewey muzzle guard for cleaning. Supposedly not necessary, but it makes me feel better.

 

[Yingpin]

I would like to have all USGI but I have in accumulated the following. I don't know that any of it is necessary other than clips.

For 3 of 4 of my Garands I have the CMP web sling. They are new but only $10

Trying to find a leather one for my 43'

I picked up a few of these for my older Garands
PB004UC Bayonet, Model M1 w/ scabbard Manufactured by Utica Cutlery

I ordered this one by mistake but I think it may be accurate for my H&R
PB002 M5A1 Bayonet & M8A1 scabbards used/serviceable

20 pack of Enbloc clips from CMP

Dewey Muzzle Guard and Bore brush

 

[Blacksmith101]

Got to have oiler, grease cup, pull through cleaning lanyard in the butt.

 

[Orlando]

Nothing other than large amounts of ammo

 

[SKIP]

M1 butt stock kit.

 

[daNattyFatty]

How about the ported gas plug? Have any of you used it? If so, did it work as advertised?

 

[Machodoc]

How about the ported gas plug? Have any of you used it? If so, did it work as advertised?

I've got one, but haven't ever used it. I've been told by people who have used them that they work very well. My thinking was that it's better to have one on hand, in case I need it, than to not have one if I need it.

Modern ammo* can damage the op rod, if not more, and this is a way to shoot modern ammo, if you have to, without a risk of damaging a nice rifle. The principle is the same as the gas valve built into the Ljungman / Hakim / Rashid rifles ... and I have certainly used that with milsurp 8mm ammo that can be very inconsistent.

I've also got clips that will only hold limited numbers of rounds. Not sure why ... they were just there.

 

[good guy 176]

Want: Period correct sling (leather, tan or green web), plastic oiler, cleaning rod, multipurpose tool, plenty of ammunition.

Need: One piece, coated cleaning rod.

Lew--Ranger63

 

[echo6mike]

Want: Period correct sling (leather, tan or green web), plastic oiler, cleaning rod, multipurpose tool, plenty of ammunition.

Need: One piece, coated cleaning rod.

Lew--Ranger63

Lew, if you find a good one-piece cleaning rod, post up a link! I bet there are a few of us out here who'd like one...

 

[Yingpin]

I was looking at the Dewey rods but there are so many options and I never followed through on it. They are pretty pricey but a sound investment.

https://deweyrods.com/product/30-caliber-nylon-coated-rod-24-inches I think this was one of the ones I was looking at.

 

[ken792]

I've also got clips that will only hold limited numbers of rounds. Not sure why ... they were just there.

The two round clips are for CMP match and the five round ones are often for hunting. For CMP match, you fire ten shots during the rapid fire stage, with a reload. Most people just cross two rounds in a regular clip and load it, but some prefer to use a modified clip.

There are also the SLED's, which stay in the gun and are meant to facilitate single loading for the slow fire stages of the match. They're not necessary either, but some people find them convenient. I just drop a round in the chamber, release the op rod manually by depressing the follower, and letting it slam shut.

 

[SKIP]

Below is 2 round clip and sled for slow fire stages.

 

[Inigoes]

Schuster DCM Adjustable Gas Plug

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/77...s-plug-with-wrench-m1-garand-steel-parkerized

 

[smdub]

I was looking at the Dewey rods but there are so many options and I never followed through on it. They are pretty pricey but a sound investment.

https://deweyrods.com/product/30-caliber-nylon-coated-rod-24-inches I think this was one of the ones I was looking at.

Long version: I have a couple dewey cleaning rods and they are very nice. FWIW, think about muzzle devices (if you have any) and other rifles. My 24" AR10 takes a MUCH longer rod to clean. More-so if you clean from the breech end. Mosins and other old milsurp have VERY long barrels too for example. My 30cal rod is prob 36" long. Its rarer to find small bore stuff that long so he others are shorter.

The 'short' version is: don't buy a rod based on barrel length alone

 

[Orlando]

if you find a good one-piece cleaning rod, post up a link! ...

This is what you need. Dont waste the extra $$$ on a muzzle guide it isnt needed

https://deweyrods.com/product/30-caliber-nylon-coated-rod-24-inches

 

[todbiker]

For me ammo is the only absolute must have.

I have a Dewey 24" rod and bought a muzzle guard to protect my 41 barrel
Also bought an otis cleaning kit for portable cleaning.

Have a leather sling I'd like to learn for stabilization as another gentlemen mentioned. And bought a bayonet that is correct for my Korean era garand just because it was cool. Wouldn't buy a cheap foreign made reproduction bayonet.

Bought a combo tool and it works great for chamber cleaning.

Want.... another Garand, but that's in CMP's hands now.